Digital Access Manager
Salary
$44,588.00 - $78,028.00 Annually
Location
Wake County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
24-12252 AR60083332
Department
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
Archives & Records
Opening Date
10/14/2024
Closing Date
11/1/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Archivist Supervisor
Position Number
60083332
Salary Grade
NC12
Recruitment Range
$44,588 - $61,058
Primary Purpose of Position:
The Digital Access Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing the branch which provides online access to indexes, finding aids, digitally formatted archival materials, and information related to the collections and services provided by the Division of Archives and Records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees staff responsible for supervising the digitization of materials and creation of metadata for access through the online digital collections.
- Creates policies, tools, guidelines, and training materials related to the creation of materials for and the use of the division’s online resources.
- Collaborates with State Library of North Carolina staff on shared digital collections, indexes, and metadata standards.
- Oversees the process for selecting materials to be added to the digital collections.
- Manages website and social media tools of the Division of Archives and Records, including development of content, formatting, and workflows.
- Serves on the division management team to assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Works with the Digital Archivist to prepare digital files for preservation and access.
- Utilize strong written and verbal communications skills, innovation, strategic thinking, and strong attention to detail.
Position/Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
- Must be available to work Saturdays on a rotational basis with other division staff.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified candidates must have or be able to:
- Demonstrated experience in archival and records management principles and metadata standards.
- Demonstrated experience supervising and/or leading staff in appraising, arranging, and describing records and documents
- Demonstrated experience with high level planning, organizing, and staffing of complex projects.
- Demonstrated knowledge to interpret and apply thorough knowledge of concepts of fair use, intellectual property rights, copyright law, and state and federal public records laws.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See of oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
Master's degree in history, public history, library and information science, or a related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in archives and/or records management
or
an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina, literally from A to Z. The Arts to the Zoo, and so much else – parks, aquariums, historic sites, archaeology, African American Heritage Commission, science and history museums, the state Symphony, Library and Archives, historic preservation, land and water stewardship, and more. These places, and the ideas they represent, create a shared identity in North Carolina. They provide common ground. Everyone is welcome. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state's diverse population, culture, and history. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team. Check out this amazing video about our Department.
Section/Unit Description:
The Digital Access Branch of the Digital Services Section is responsible for providing online access to the holdings and services of the State Archives of North Carolina. Branch staff digitize archival materials and create metadata for inclusion in the North Carolina Digital Collections; standardize metadata in the DOC online catalog; maintain the website of the State Archives of North Carolina; promote archival materials by writing social media posts and managing social media accounts for the division; and create online and in-person training on the use of State Archives online resources.
Division Description:
The Division of Archives and Records seeks to be a national leader in providing quality guidance on information stewardship in North Carolina and in creating simplified and integrated access to authentic information. We document the history and culture of our state through diverse collecting. We protect citizen rights and promote government transparency by providing equitable access and stewardship for public and historical records. We broaden understanding and engagement in North Carolina’s rich history through outreach and collaboration.
DNCR selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application.
To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders.
Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax. Please call the human resources office for assistance.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
CONTACT INFORMATION:
N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Human Resources
Melissa Riley
109 E. Jones St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: 919-814-6670
employment@dncr.nc.gov
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